Sony’s cloud-based TV service will soft launch this month

Sony’s cloud-based TV service will soft launch this month. Called PlayStation Vue, it will offer live TV and on-demand content from 75 networks such as Viacom, CBS, Fox, and NBCUniversal. Pricing was not disclosed, but users will need a PS3 or PS4 console for access. Sony Computer Entertainment Group President and CEO Andrew House said the news “demonstrates what our company is capable of when we stay true to gamers.” Users can save favorite shows to the cloud without restrictions or scheduling conflicts, and have access to episodes of a show for 28 days to watch when they like. Programming highlights include:
– CBS: At launch, will offer signals from CBS TV stations in select markets and on-demand primetime programming.
– Discovery Communications: TLC, Animal Planet, OWN, Discovery Channel, digital content from Discovery Digital Networks, Animal Planet L!VE and more.
– NBCUniversal: local programming from NBC, Telemundo, regional sports networks, Bravo, CNBC, E!, NBCSN, Oxygen, Syfy, USA and others.
– Scripps Networks Interactive: HGTV, Food Network, Travel Channel, DIY Network and Cooking Channel
– Viacom: BET, CMT, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Spike, VH1 and others.

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